On Saturday, October 5th a group of seven 20 somethings, including myself, packed a picnic basket and took a drive from Orange County, California to Temecula Valley commonly known as Wine Country for a birthday celebration.

A first-time experience for many of the ladies, the visit started with fellowship and a few bottles of Almond Sparkling Wine and snacks followed by a photo tour of the vineyards and a trip to the bar for more sips. With a preference for the sweeter things in life, I stuck to sparkling wines (champagnes) and listed my favorite options in addition to tips to prepare for the dust, beat the crowds, fuel the fun.